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Working Title:
Nursing, Practical Institution:
Hennepin Technical College Classification Title:
Tech College Faculty Bargaining Unit /
Union:
210:
Minnesota State College Faculty City:
Brooklyn ParkHENN•
Eden Prairie Campus FLSA:
Job Exempt Full Time /
Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified
- Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$44,144.00
00 Job Description Hennepin Technical College seeks a 2-year Temporary Full-time (TFT) Practical Nursing Instructor dedicated to excellence in career and technical education who desires to become part of an environment that values trust, integrity, pride, passion, respect, collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and diversity. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to embracing quality and innovation in career and technical education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. Minimum Qualifications Education Requirement Bachelor's degree in nursing or a graduate degree in support of the field of nursing and/or education with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing if the graduate degree is not in Nursing. A nursing program director must hold a graduate degree in nursing, nursing administration, nursing education, public health nursing or a nursing clinical specialty. Occupational Experience Requirement Two full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a registered nurse at the professional level. As a registered nurse at the professional level, experientially qualified to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected student and faculty outcomes; including experiential preparation in the areas the faculty will teach. Recency Requirement One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years. Professional Requirement Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse (RN) with current registration in Minnesota.
Other Requirement:
Compliance with clinical affiliate policies for attending on-site clinical teaching assignments. Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement course construction (credit course)
- teaching/instructional methods (credit course)
- student outcomes assessment/evaluation (credit course)
- philosophy of community and technical college education (credit or non-credit course)
- Faculty shall have a degree in education or three years of successful full-time (or equivalent) teaching experience prior to being hired, or shall be required to complete coursework in the above content areas (or their equivalent) prior to being granted unlimited status.
- These courses shall be waived for individuals who at the time of hire have: a degree in education, or have documented evidence of successful completion of equivalent coursework in the specified teaching and learning content areas, or have three years of successful, full-time (or equivalent) secondary, postsecondary, industry, or trade apprenticeship teaching experience in the field for which they are being hired.
(Procedure 3.32.1 College Faculty Credentialing, Part 5, Subpart B.2)
- This course shall be waived for individuals who, at the time of hire, have documented evidence of successful completion of equivalent coursework.
(Procedure 3.32.1 College Faculty Credentialing, Part 5, Subpart B.3) Preferred Qualification Master's degree or higher in Nursing Education Experience with accreditation guidelines and policies Familiar with Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing standards Familiar with Minnesota Board of Nursing standards Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) Courses are currently scheduled Monday-Friday in collaboration with the associate dean, at either the Brooklyn Park or Eden Prairie campus. Courses will also be taught at community clinical sites and are typically scheduled from 6:00 a.m.
m. Additional hours will be required for office hours and the completion of administrative duties. Telework (Yes/No) No About Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States. Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at: http://www.hennepintech.edu
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Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE!
Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150
- $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.
We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Hennepin Technical College is currently unable to sponsor work visas or green card applications due to regulatory complexity, budget constraints, and alignment with our current hiring strategy. Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE!
Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250
- $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.
We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
08-24-2026
Position End Date:
09-24-2026
Open Date:
03-30-2026
Close Date:
Posting Contact Name:
Keaton Danielle Penaz Posting Contact Email:
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